David Hartung and Winnie Tallman reach Phillies Home Run Derby finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 12:04 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
David Hartung and Winnie Tallman have qualified for the 2026 Phillies Home Run Derby finals, set for September 5 at PNC Park. Both players secured their spots after impressive performances in their respective age brackets, making them the first competitors from Wayne County to achieve this. Hartung's journey included a tense tiebreaker victory at the local competition, while Tallman captured her spot after a strong showing in regional rounds. Both players are now focused on the upcoming finals, eager to showcase their skills against top competitors in Pennsylvania.
- •Hartung is a fifth grader and a lifelong Mets fan.
- •Tallman, a 12-year-old, is making her first finals appearance.
- •The finals will take place before a Phillies game against the Braves.
- •Hartung amassed 42 points in the regional event to qualify.
- •Tallman earned her spot in the finals after four attempts.
- 12:04 PMYahoo Sports — Local sluggers advance to the finals of the Phillies Home Run Derby
"David Hartung and Winnie Tallman are the first two Wayne County competitors to power their way into the 2026 finals, set for Sept. 5 at PNC Park.
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